The Agency Workers Regulations 2010 come into force on the 1st October 2011.
This new legislation gives agency workers entitlement to the same basic employment and working conditions as if they had been recruited directly.
Some of the new rights apply from the moment an agency worker starts with you, others after they have completed 12 weeks service in the same job.
What does your business need to consider?
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How are the 12 weeks calculated?
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Are all agency workers covered?
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What do ‘basic employment and working conditions’ include?
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Do we now need to include agency workers in our performance appraisal systems?
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What about pension, bonuses, holiday and sick pay?
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What is the split of responsibilities between the agency and the hirer?
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What happens if I get this wrong?
Acas Scotland is delivering two hour briefings at locations across Scotland, why not come along and find out what the new regulations mean for your business.
You can also read our new guidance online.
Best regards
Colin Williamson
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